Today we had to run errands so I was on high alert for contact reactions. I told Sophia that she was going to have be very careful about what she touches, and help Mommy to keep her safe. She did a great job. She didn't have any reactions while we were out and when we got home she washed up on her own and even brushed her teeth! I am so proud of my 3 year old. This is a great routine for everyone to remove their shoes and wash their hands when they get home --to not bring home germs in general. Later, a small contact reaction developed but overall we made it through the day unscathed.
I cannot relate to parents who are spontaneous! There are so many things on my checklist before leaving the house that I cannot imagine hopping in the car and seeing where the day takes us. I'm pretty sure I was that person before being a parent, but really who can remember. I run a tight ship with a plan and a detailed curriculum for every outing now a days. For the past two days we have been doing some remodeling in our home. Because of this, I've needed to get the children away from the dangers and out of our normal "protected" environment. I've tried to keep things outdoor in an open aired environment, but there is always room for error out of my control. Control is something I clench to these days. Controlling our surroundings and the environments we put our daughter into are the "only" things that have prevented allergic reactions and worked for us. Relocating our lifestyle for even a day is a crippling task. It is so easy to get overwhelmed-- bu...
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